Sidewalk

One of the reasons I chose to live in South Roanoke were the presence of sidewalks and mature trees. To me, both of these items are essential to a livable neighborhood. Sidewalks, so that the area can be experienced on a human scale, and trees because they are beautiful and provide shade and a place for squirrels to live (along with some problems).

One thing that would be an excellent addition would be a sidewalk extended up Franklin Road to Avenham and proper crosswalks at Franklin and Wonju. The sidewalk would just need to be extended maybe 200 or 300 yards south on Franklin and then around the bend to the sidewalk along Avenham.

I'm surprised that they didn't build a crosswalk at Franlkin and Wonju when they redid the intersection there to allow for two left turn lanes. I thought they were going to build that in and they did put in one crossing, but didn't finish the job. This is a gnarly intersection to cross on foot because it isn't square. Do they think people wouldn't want to walk to the store? They certainly won't if they have to battle their way across traffic.

Trees along Franklin would be nice as well, but I'll settle for just being able to walk safely to the store.